numbers racket

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An illegal daily lottery: A form of illegal gambling, often run by organized crime, where participants bet on a series of numbers. The winning number is typically derived from a publicly verifiable source, such as financial statistics or race results.
Usage
  • The term "numbers racket" is used to describe the specific illegal gambling operation itself.
  • It functions as a singular noun but can refer to the concept or multiple instances of such operations.
  • Example:
Examples
  • Noun:
    • He was arrested for running a numbers racket out of the back of his shop.
    • Before state lotteries were legalized, the numbers racket was widespread in many cities.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be in the numbers racket": To be involved in operating or participating in this illegal lottery.
    • Rumors said he made his fortune in the numbers racket.
Variants and Related Words
  • Numbers game (n): A synonym for "numbers racket," often used interchangeably.
    • The "numbers game" was a common form of gambling in the early 20th century.
  • Policy racket (n): A historical term for a similar illegal lottery.
Synonyms
  • Illegal lottery
  • Numbers game
  • Policy game (historical)
Related Phrases
  • Playing the numbers: The act of placing a bet in a numbers racket.
    • Many people played the numbers, hoping for a big win.
Noun
  1. an illegal daily lottery

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